How does U.S. birthright citizenship compare to most other developed countries?

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The U.S. is one of the few developed countries with unconditional jus soli (birthright citizenship by place of birth). Most European and Asian countries use jus sanguinis (citizenship by parental nationality). Canada also has birthright citizenship. Trump supporters cite this difference to argue the U.S. approach is outdated, while critics note the U.S. system reflects its immigrant history and constitutional protections.

How does U.S. birthright citizenship compare to most other developed countries?

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